# Chinchou - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in Gen 9 Little Cup

> Find the best Chinchou builds, best moves, best teams, usage trends, and counters in Gen 9 Little Cup. Data from Pikalytics.

## Best Chinchou Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | Gen 9 Little Cup (`gen9lc`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | gen9lc |
| **Usage** | 19% |
| **Win Rate** | N/A |
| **Record** | N/A |
| **Data Date** | 2026-05 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9lc/Chinchou)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9lc/Chinchou
- **Format Overview**: [Gen 9 Little Cup Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9lc)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/gen9lc](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9lc)

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## Common Moves
- **Ice Beam**: 99.661%
- **Volt Switch**: 79.060%
- **Thunderbolt**: 65.788%
- **Hydro Pump**: 49.346%
- **Scald**: 49.248%
- **Thunder Wave**: 23.523%
- **Flip Turn**: 21.257%
- **Other**: 12.117%

## Common Abilities
- **Volt Absorb**: 98.558%
- **Water Absorb**: 1.442%
- **Illuminate**: 0.000%

## Common Items
- **Eviolite**: 81.819%
- **Choice Scarf**: 18.076%
- **Other**: 0.104%

## Common Teammates
- **Mienfoo**: 93.322%
- **Vullaby**: 72.661%
- **Foongus**: 50.233%
- **Toedscool**: 49.797%
- **Glimmet**: 46.390%
- **Mudbray**: 36.065%

## FAQ for Chinchou in gen9lc-1760

### What are the top moves for Chinchou?
The most common moves for Chinchou are Ice Beam, Volt Switch, Thunderbolt, Hydro Pump. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Chinchou?
Chinchou is frequently paired with Mienfoo, Vullaby, Foongus, Toedscool. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

### Which Tera Types are best for Chinchou?
Tera Type data is not available or not applicable for this format.

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Chinchou?
The top build for Chinchou features a **Timid** nature with an EV spread of `0/0/132/148/0/220`. This configuration accounts for 58.832% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Chinchou?
Chinchou is most effectively run with the ability **Volt Absorb** (98.558%) and the item **Eviolite** (81.819%).

### What is the most common role for Chinchou?
Based on common item usage (Eviolite), Chinchou often functions as a **tactical** in the gen9lc-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Chinchou?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 75 |
| Attack | 38 |
| Defense | 38 |
| Sp. Atk | 56 |
| Sp. Def | 56 |
| Speed | 67 |
| **BST** | **330** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Chinchou on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9lc/Chinchou) - Full interactive stats page
- [Gen 9 Little Cup Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9lc) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/gen9lc) - Build teams with Chinchou
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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